Calcite vs Halite
| Property | Calcite | Halite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | CaCO3 | NaCl |
| Crystal System | Trigonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 03 Halides |
| Mohs Hardness | 3.0 | 2.0-2.5 |
| Color | Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green | Colorless, white, blue, orange, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Streak | White | White |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} | Perfect cubic {001} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |